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Navy investigation finds submarine crash in South China Sea was 'preventable'

A Navy investigation into the October crash of a submarine into an underwater ridge in the South China Sea was "preventable" and followed navigation planning and risk management mistakes as well as other errors

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Deer Park Native Earns Navy and Marine Corps Achievement Medal

Chief Fire Controlman Christopher R. Johnson from Deer Park, Texas, earned a Navy and Marine Corps Achievement Medal for professional achievement while serving as Division Seven Warrior Challenge Program Scout for Navy Talent Acquisition Group (NTAG) San Antonio from October 2019 to August 2022. NTAG San Antonio’s Commanding Officer, CDR. Stephanie Simoni presented the award with command members present in support of Johnson.

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grandson at 713 Music Hall (10/3)

Platinum-selling alt-rocker grandson will be hitting the road in support of Bring Me The Horizon’s American tour. The tour will make a stop at 713 Music Hall on Monday, October 3rd.

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Nation's Foremost Women of Color and Capital Conference Returns In-Person to NYC October 13-15, 2022 for 4th Annual Conference

Business owners, expert speakers and industry leaders plus Fortune 500 partners from JP Morgan Chase, Capital One, Goldman Sachs, Capital One, Experian and more are on board for three days of masterclasses, panels and networking

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Voter Registration Deadline Approaching for November 8 Election

Harris County voters participating in the November 8 General Election have until next week to register to vote. To register, voters have a number of options, including:

Fort Bend County Recognizes Contributions of Hispanic Americans with Inaugural Hispanic Heritage Month Celebration

Visual Art Exhibit on Display at Historic Courthouse Until October 15

On Thursday, September 30, Fort Bend County Judge KP George will celebrate the contributions of Hispanic Americans at the County’s inaugural Hispanic Heritage Celebration. The program will take place at 12:00 p.m. at the Historic Courthouse, 401 Jackson St., Richmond, TX 77469.

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Judge KP George Celebrates Success of 3rd Annual Hispanic Heritage Festival

The Historic Fort Bend County Courthouse courtyard came alive on Saturday, October 7, 2023, as the community gathered to celebrate the 3rd Annual Hispanic Heritage Festival, presented by Fort Bend County Judge KP George. This lively event, honoring the richness of Hispanic culture, traditions, and contributions, was a grand success.

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FALL-ing for San Antonio: Why You Should Book a Getaway to San Antonio this Fall

Travelers will be falling for San Antonio as the city welcomes beautiful weather and festive events this fall. Those seeking a fall getaway, can experience the vibrancy of the city and a stylish stay at San Antonio’s new luxury hotel, Thompson San Antonio – Riverwalk.

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“Thought U Knew”!! Leela James "Sets It Off" with Syleena Johnson, Avery Sunshine and Medusa in New Video

R&B/ Soul Singer Leela James gets gangsta! Who said pretty faces and soul singers can’t “Set it Off”? Well, Syleena Johnson, Avery Sunshine, and legendary LA rapper Medusa teamed up with Leela James to shoot the creative video for Leela’s new single, “Thought U Knew” which pays homage to the legendary film, “Set it Off”.

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Congressman Al Green to Commemorate North America’s First Eternal Gandhi Museum in Houston

On Monday, October 2, 2023, Congressman Al Green will deliver remarks at the Eternal Gandhi Museum Houston, followed by the unveiling of a commemorative granite stone, marking the museum’s inauguration. This landmark institution is dedicated to promoting Mahatma Gandhi’s enduring legacy and universal values. Fort Bend County Judge KP George will place a time capsule at the site to preserve the historic moment.

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Jennifer Sewell, missing Fort Hood soldier, found safe

Missing Fort Hood solider, Pfc. Jennifer Sewell, has been found safe, officials said in a press release.

Theatre Under The Stars Gala Postponed Until Fall

The Theatre Under The Stars Gala 2020 has been postponed to the fall following growing concerns around the coronavirus pandemic, and recommendations from the City of Houston. The event, featuring Broadway star Audra McDonald, was scheduled for Saturday, March 28. The annual gala is a core fundraising event for the non-profit musical theatre company.

Texas Congressman Henry Cuellar Endorses Joe Biden

Today, Texas Congressman Henry Cuellar (TX-28) released the following statement endorsing Joe Biden for President of the United States:

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Ariana Grande has something to say about her wax figure

If you count up her hit albums, Ariana Grande has had serious success on wax. (For those who don't get that joke, that's what records once were on before you started streaming your life away.)

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Serena Williams makes a high-fashion statement a year after her French Open catsuit ban

Serena Williams made her first appearance at the French Open after officials banned the black catsuit she wore during last year's competition, and she did so in a flashy, black-and-white tennis set with a mesh underlay

Minority "Front" Companies Clog Supply Chains

Up to 28 percent of reported corporate and federal spending with minority and women-owned firms is actually being channeled to enterprises run by White males and large public companies, according to a new study by BJM Solutions.

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Some Starbucks vanilla drinks are recalled, might have glass in them

Distributor PepsiCo is recalling more than 300,000 Starbucks Vanilla Frappuccino bottles because they might have glass in them, the FDA said this week.

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Elton John briefly hospitalized after a fall, now back home and in ‘good health’

Elton John was hospitalized after he suffered “a slip” at home on Sunday.

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Belgium shooting: Two police officers, passerby killed in Liege

Belgian authorities are investigating the killing of two policewomen and a passerby in the eastern city of Liege on Tuesday as a terror attack, the country's prosecutor said.

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Mueller confirms Kilimnik a focus of grand jury investigation

Former Trump campaign chairman Paul Manafort spoke to a federal grand jury last fall about his communications with Konstantin Kilimnik, including regarding an in-person meeting with the Russian associate and an email with him, special counsel Robert Mueller revealed Tuesday.